Looks Like Caviar, Feels Like Shagreen
It may resemble Beluga caviar, but the tiny natural enamel beads you see above are actually the stunning textured skin of dyed stingray, also known as shagreen (pronounced sha-GREEN) which will be assuming…
A Dozen And One Last-Minute Mother’s Day Gifts at All Price Points
Time is running out, Mother’s Day is May 13, so here are thirteen presents of greatness for Mom. 1. Speaking of Presence of Greatness… I had the good fortune to meet Mr. Jay…
Get In The Mod With Senna’s New Velvet Lipstick
Elegant cinema legend Audrey Hepburn, when asked for her beauty secrets, quoted Sam Levenson who said, “For attractive lips, speak words of kindness. For lovely eyes, seek out the good in people…” For…
Sarah Burton Reigns at Alexander McQueen for Spring 2012
Mediocrity sucks, and the thing about it is, there’s just so damned much of it. Now that Sarah Burton has taken hold of House of McQueen, the majority bows its head in subservience…
Ring of Fire
The majestic opal ring pictured above was designed and created by Ron Wooley of Australia’s Dreaming Down Under. I saw it at the Tucson Gem & Mineral Show and fell in love, immediately.…
The Big Bangs Theory
A recurring theme ruled the runway at Elie Saab’s fall 2012 fashion show, pictured above and below, and it wasn’t just gown after glistening gorgeous gown…can you guess? Hint: it has something to…
A Thorough Brush-Off With Philip B.
Luxe haircare guru Philip B. has managed to accomplish something that leaves me ecstatic in under three inches and less than 30 seconds. It’s his ingenious Hairbrush Cleaner. It only costs 15 bucks,…
